Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care - $2,312 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PACU - Post Anesthesia Care for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

PACU Registered Nurse Jobs – Locum Tenens Opportunity in Los Alamos, New Mexico

Advance your nursing career as a PACU Registered Nurse with a leading healthcare provider in Los Alamos, New Mexico (zip code 87544). This locum tenens RN job offers a rewarding travel contract in a 47-bed acute care hospital, serving the Northern New Mexico healthcare community. Enjoy scenic mountain views and a vibrant, innovative community while delivering exceptional post-anesthesia care. Apply now to join our healthcare team!

PACU RN Job Details – Los Alamos, NM

• Employment Type: Locum tenens (Travel nursing contract)
• Healthcare Setting: 47-bed acute care facility with a 3-bed PACU unit
• Shift: 8-hour day shifts (06:30–14:30)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 09/08/2025 – End: 12/08/2025)
• Weekend/On-Call: Every other weekend and on-call coverage required (30-minute response time)
• Orientation: Weekly, every Monday
• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1950-$2000

PACU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active RN license eligible for New Mexico (NM nursing jobs)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PACU nurse experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Fingerprinting and background check required per New Mexico healthcare regulations
• Strong clinical skills and ability to thrive in a fast-paced perioperative environment
• Professional appearance and compliance with perioperative nursing dress code (no open-toed shoes, unapproved fingernails)

PACU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality post-anesthesia care to adult and pediatric patients
• Monitor and assess patients recovering from surgical procedures (e.g., appendectomy, gallbladder surgery)
• Collaborate with surgical and pre-op teams; shared responsibilities with Preop (no floating outside unit)
• Maintain accurate patient documentation using CQI and Medhost EHR systems
• Respond promptly to on-call cases within 30 minutes as required
• Ensure patient safety and adhere to infection control standards

Discover the unique benefits of Los Alamos nursing jobs—enjoy a supportive healthcare work environment, access to world-class hiking and outdoor recreation, and a community focused on innovation and wellness. Apply today to join our dedicated healthcare team and make a difference in Northern New Mexico patient care!

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Planet Healthcare Job ID # . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PACU

About Planet Healthcare

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Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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Let’s face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you’re currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you’re looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you’ve come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus